Housekeeping/Custodial Worker II

Basic Purpose

Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities involving the care and cleaning of a state institution, public building, or state lodge or in the supervision or management of employees performing these duties.

Typical Functions

• Sweeps, dusts, mops, scrubs, washes, vacuums, waxes, and polishes building floors, walls, woodwork, windows, furniture, equipment, and hardware.
• Cleans and sanitizes laboratories, washrooms, and bedrooms, keeps washrooms supplied with paper, towels, and soap.
• Collects and disposes of trash and garbage; moves equipment and furniture such as beds, tables, and chairs.
• Performs sanitary inspections in designated areas for purposes of infection control.
• Replaces and removes medically contaminated sharps and/or medically soiled and contaminated dressings and supplies.
• Orders and distributes custodial supplies; maintains inventory.
• Observes and reports safety violations; actively participates in emergency situations.
• Assists in training and continued education of lower level workers.
• Plans, assigns, and supervises all functions of a housekeeping department.
• Inspects quarters for maintenance of proper housekeeping standards.
• Supervises and maintains records of the distribution of furnishings.
• Maintains necessary records; prepares required reports.
• Establishes housekeeping standards; assists with policy planning; prepares departmental budget request.

Level Descriptor

This is the career level of this job family where employees are assigned responsibilities involving the full performance of a variety of custodial and housekeeping duties, including sweeping, mopping, dusting, disposing of trash, and other cleaning duties. Some positions may also have responsibilities involving the disposal of hazardous materials or other restricted items.

Education and Experience

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of six months experience in building or institutional custodial work or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

Knowledge of various cleaning methods, materials, and equipment used in custodial work; proper procedures for disposing of waste, including medically contaminated sharps and medically soiled and contaminated dressings and supplies; and chemical product safety. Ability to follow oral and written instructions and skill to operate custodial equipment.

Special Requirements

Applicants must be willing and able to perform all job-related travel normally associated with this position. Certification in certain behavioral health case manager programs may be required upon appointment. Some positions may be safety sensitive as defined by applicable regulations.